Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2 Dynamic Effects Processor & MP3 Player

The Korg mini kaoss pad 2 is a compact, portable dynamic effects processor designed for DJs, musicians, producers, and sound designers who want hands-on creative control wherever they perform. Combining Korg's famous KAOSS touchpad interface with 100 effect programs, built-in MP3 playback, recording, Auto BPM detection, and battery-powered operation, the mini kaoss pad 2 packs a huge amount of creative potential into a highly portable unit.

Use it to process the output of your DJ setup, manipulate external audio in real time, play tracks directly from a microSD card, or experiment with effects wherever inspiration strikes. With effects inherited from the KAOSS PAD KP3 and KAOSS PAD QUAD, it delivers the distinctive hands-on KAOSS experience without requiring a large effects unit.

Why choose the Korg mini kaoss pad 2?

• 100 creative effect programs controlled using Korg's intuitive touchpad interface
• Looper, Vinyl Break and Ducking Comp effects inherited from the KAOSS PAD QUAD
• Built-in MP3 player with microSD card support, pitch adjustment and cue points
• Auto BPM detection, FX RELEASE, Hold function and three Program Memories
• Portable battery-powered design with built-in microphone and speaker

Real-time KAOSS touchpad control

The mini kaoss pad 2 puts Korg's famous KAOSS touchpad at the centre of your performance. Effects can be manipulated in real time simply by moving your finger across the X/Y touchpad, allowing multiple effect parameters to be controlled simultaneously for expressive sweeps, transitions, breakdowns, and sound transformations.

The Hold function can memorise a position on the touchpad, allowing an effect setting to continue without keeping your finger in position, while the VALUE slider provides smooth control over additional parameters.

100 creative effects

With 100 built-in effect programs, the mini kaoss pad 2 provides a wide selection of processing options for DJ performances, music production, instruments, and sound design. Powerful effects including Looper, Vinyl Break and Ducking Comp are inherited from the KAOSS PAD QUAD, providing plenty of scope for transforming tracks and creating unique transitions.

The FX RELEASE function adds a natural tail when an effect is released, helping transitions sound smoother rather than stopping abruptly. Three Program Memories also provide instant recall of your favourite effects during a performance.

Built-in Auto BPM detection

Integrated Auto BPM detection allows the mini kaoss pad 2 to detect the tempo of incoming audio, helping tempo-based effects respond naturally to your music. This makes it particularly useful within DJ setups where effects need to remain synchronised with the track being played.

Built-in MP3 player with microSD support

The mini kaoss pad 2 isn't limited to processing external audio. A built-in MP3 player allows music stored on a compatible microSD card to be played directly from the unit, providing a highly portable standalone playback and effects solution.

Support for pitch adjustment and cue point settings adds further DJ-focused functionality, allowing tracks to be prepared and manipulated without requiring a separate playback device.

Record your performances

The mini kaoss pad 2 can also record your performances, making it easy to capture creative effect processing and ideas. Six preset loops are included for demonstration and experimentation, allowing you to start exploring the effects even when another audio source isn't immediately available.

Process external audio and instruments

External audio inputs allow the mini kaoss pad 2 to become part of a larger DJ, production, or performance setup. Run audio through the unit and use the touchpad to manipulate effects in real time, making it suitable for processing DJ mixes, instruments, playback devices, and other compatible audio sources.

A built-in microphone provides another creative input source, opening up additional possibilities for vocal processing, sampling, and spontaneous sound manipulation.

High-visibility OEL display

A clear Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) display provides excellent visibility while navigating effects and functions. Its high-contrast design makes important information easy to see whether you're working at home, in the studio, or performing in a darker DJ environment.

Portable battery-powered performance

Designed to be used virtually anywhere, the mini kaoss pad 2 can operate from batteries and even features a built-in speaker. Its compact self-contained design makes it ideal for experimenting with effects away from your main setup, while still offering the connectivity required to integrate it into a DJ or music production rig.

Ideal for

• DJs wanting hands-on real-time effects
• Electronic musicians and live performers
• Music producers and sound designers
• Creative processing of external audio and instruments
• Portable MP3 playback and effects performance
• Anyone wanting the KAOSS PAD workflow in a compact portable format